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HOW TO GET YOUR “PERFECT” PLUMBING SYSTEM!

No one wants to pay for costly repairs to their plumbing system, especially when they are caused by issues that could have been available! That’s why it’s so important to keep your plumbing in perfect, or near-perfect, condition. This may seem like a stretch because the mere use of your plumbing system means that it can’t possibly remain “perfect.”

However, by knowing how to maintain your plumbing’s inner workings, you’ll be able to keep the system near-perfect for longer. Here are some steps to follow to make sure you have the best plumbing system possible:

Step One: Have Your Drains Cleaned Regularly

The most important thing to remember about maintaining a plumbing system is to keep regular drain cleaning appointments with a professional plumbing contractor.

Having clean drains and pipes will clear stubborn clogs, eliminate slow draining, lower your risk of plumbing emergencies.

It also reduces unpleasant odors from your drains, and give you an opportunity to identify other issues in your piping before they cause significant damage.

Step Two: Make Sure Your Water Pressure is Balanced

Water pressure is the measure of force with which water moves through your piping system and comes out of your faucets and fixtures. As with most things in life, maintaining a balance in your water pressure is important. If your water pressure is too low, it can reduce your water flow to little more than a trickle, affecting the quality of your showers and even your ability to fill a pot with water promptly!

On the other hand, if your water pressure is too high, it can put your pipes at risk for damage that can require costly repairs. High water pressure can also lead to issues like flooding and water waste.

Step Three: Use Hair Blockers in Bathroom Drains

Hair can clog up your plumbing system by accumulating in your drains and causing unsanitary water to back up into your sink or tub. To prevent this from happening, install screens in your bathroom drains that can catch the hair and prevent it from clogging your drains.

Of course, these screens may not be able to stop all the hair from entering your drain, so make sure to pull out whatever hair has fallen into your drain every few weeks or so. This will keep your drains emptying efficiently and your plumbing system working smoothly.

Step Four: Always Adhere to Local Requirements

Building and water codes vary from town to town, so it is always important to know the requirements for your city before beginning any plumbing work in your home or business. Information on these requirements can usually be found on city websites, or at the public library.

Knowing the requirements for plumbing work in your town can help you avoid hefty citations or even legal fees once the work is done. Always make sure that you have all the required permits before starting any remodeling or repiping job, and make sure that you are working with an insured plumbing company you trust.

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